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Cool Planet Episodes

  1.

    Would you ditch planes for trains to save the planet?

    Nicky Campbell asks callers if they would be prepared to change their holiday habits.

  2. Will anger or hope solve the climate crisis?

    Three climate campaigners, who have worked with governments and the UN, give their views.

  3. What's stopping you from getting an electric car?

    Is it cost, the lack of charging points or the love of petrol? Rick Edwards asks callers.

  4. What is the 'Green New Deal?'

    Journalist Naomi Klein explains why an historic economic strategy could save the future.

  5. The Amazon is on fire... here's why it matters

    Why should you care about the rainforest fires? We hear from the world's leading experts.

  6. Our climate options: Your questions answered

    Chris Stark, the chief executive of the Committee on Climate Change, takes your calls.

  7. Not easy being green: How do we make the right choices?

    We all want to do our best for the planet but how do we know if we're doing things right?

  8. Is trophy hunting good for conservation?

    Some say it's cruel. Others claim it helps protect endangered species. Who is right?

  9. Is the climate conversation diverse enough?

    Kiss FM's Swarzy Macaly investigates how the climate movement can be made more inclusive.

  10. Inside Extinction Rebellion

    5 Live's Jim Taylor goes to a non-violent direct action training session in Liverpool.

  11. How can we make fashion sustainable?

    Emma Barnett talks to Giorgina Waltier, H&M UK's sustainability manager.

  12. Food shopping: Do you prioritise price or the planet?

    5 Live's Rachel Burden asks callers what matters more - affordability or buying green.

  13. Climate change: Where are we now - and what next?

    Adrian Goldberg looks back at climate change in 2019 and what 2020 might have in store.

  14. Climate change: Time for shock therapy?

    Does the UK need a wake-up call? We put big climate questions to experts and politicians.

  15. Can teachers help save the planet?

    5 Live's Emma Barnett finds out more about climate change training for teachers.